There is a lot to see in and aroud Cape Town. Here is a selection of our most popular day trips and excursions.
Our Reccomended South African Itineraries:
Eastern Cape, Cape Town and Mauritius
Cape Town, Garden Route and Eastern Cape
Cape Town and Winelands
Cape Explorer Self Drive
Cape Town, Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta
Cape Point Tour (1/2 day)
Tour the spectacular natural beauty of the Cape Peninsula and be inspired by the wild and rugged splendour of 'the two oceans' at Cape Point. Highlights include 'Millionaire's paradise', Clifton Beach, Camps Bay, Hout Bay (a working harbour), Chapman's Peak Drive, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Boulders Beach penguin colony, the naval port of Simon's Town and Constantia.
Cape Town City Tour (1/2 Day)
The ultimate 'Mother City' experience, designed to orientate you and give you an insight into the magic of Cape Town. Highlights include Table Mountain (weather permitting and payable locally), the Castle (South Africa's oldest building), the Company Gardens, a scenic tour past the Parliament Buildings, City Hall and Slave lodges as well as the historic Malay Quarter and the colourful Bo-Kaap.
Hermanus Tour (Full Day):
The once quiet fishing village of Hermanus provides some of the finest shore-based whale watching in the world. See the southern right whales at play. Highlights include a coastal drive with breathtaking ocean views, whale watching, a scenic drive through Elgin and returning to Cape Town via Sir Lowry's Pass.
Peninsula Tour (full Day)
See for yourself how this spectacular southern tip of Africa became known as the 'Fairest Cape'. Highlights include a drive past Camps Bay, Clifton and Llandudno, a visit to Hout Bay and harbour with a Seal Island Cruise (payable locally), Chapman's Peak Drive, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, the naval port of Simon's Town and the penguin colony at Boulder's Beach.
Safari Day (full Day)
Less than 2 hours from Cape Town is The Aquila Private Game Reserve, home to lion, hippo, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, rhino, ostrich, baboon, warthog, springbuck and many other wild animals, birds and fauna. Highlights include a scenic drive to Aquila, welcome refreshments and a full breakfast, a 2-3 hour game drive on 4x4 vehicle with a Game Ranger, a buffet lunch and a chance to relax by the pool (summer) or fire (winter) before returning to Cape Town.
Sunset Beach & Dinner (evening):
Join your host and head out of the city before sunset. Savour a glass of sparkling wine as you watch the sun set from one of Cape Town's beautiful beaches. Look for the Southern Cross in the night sky before you enjoy dinner at a fabulous 'out of town' restaurant, offering seafood and South African specialities. See the city lights by night as you return to your hotel. We'll take care of all the arrangements - just enjoy!
Walk To Freedom (full Day)
Experience the raw energy of the 'Rainbow Nation' in one remarkable day. Highlights include the District Six Museum (Museum is closed on Sundays & public holidays), Langa (the oldest apartheid housing scheme in the Cape), Tsoga Environment Gardens, a visit to an informal spaza shop, a shebeen (pub) and a hostel before exploring Robben Island in the afternoon.
Winelands Tour (full Day)
A whole day dedicated to the indulgence and splendour of Africa's premier wine region. Highlights include some fabulous views from the Taal Monument near Paarl, a Cellar tour, Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek (a gourmet's paradise), Helshoogte Mountain Pass, a stroll through stunning Stellenbosch and wine tasting at two estates. If time permits there will be a third wine tasting (payable locally).